Wood-burning fire pits
Real fire, no gas line, and the smell people actually want. Needs a smoke-aware location.
Fire Pits and Fireplaces in Omaha
Fire pits and fireplaces we build
Gas fire pits
On in seconds, off in seconds, no smoke and no ash. The one that gets used on a Tuesday.
Outdoor fireplaces
A vertical mass that anchors a patio, blocks wind and throws heat where you are sitting.
Fire tables
Dining or lounge height with a burner in the middle, so the fire is part of the table.
Fire walls
A linear burner on a raised wall, often above a pool spillway. The most dramatic thing we build.
Seating around it
Fire only works with seating at the right distance. We design the circle, not just the pit.
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Fire feature scope
- Placement study for wind and clearance
- Footing and masonry structure
- Gas line sizing, routing and shutoff
- Burner, pan and media selection
- Stone or veneer facing and cap
- Surrounding seating layout
- Ignition and controls
- Operation and safety walkthrough
Fire feature design details
Placement and smoke
Prevailing wind decides where a wood fire goes. Put it wrong and you smoke out your own patio.
Clearances
Distance from the house, the pergola and the fence is a code question and a safety one. We check both.
Gas done properly
Sized lines, accessible shutoffs and correct burner pans. This is not a place for improvisation.
Our Omaha metro service area
Building anywhere in the metro. Tell us where your yard is.
Fire feature questions
Ask us a fire feature question
Wood or gas?
Gas gets used ten times more often. Wood is better if the smell and the ritual are the point.
How far from the house?
Depends on the feature and local code, generally at least ten feet for wood. We verify before locating it.
Can I convert a wood pit to gas?
Usually. It needs a gas line and a proper burner pan, and the existing masonry often works fine.
What does a fire pit cost?
A built-in wood pit is a modest addition to a patio; a gas fireplace or fire wall is a significantly larger line item.
Do fire features need maintenance?
Very little. Keep burners clear, cover them in winter, and have the gas connection checked annually.
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